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ImmunizationOklahoma Immunization Service

This section is designed to provide you with reliable information and resources to help you make informed decisions about immunizations.

As a major unit of the Oklahoma State Department of Health’s Disease and Prevention Services the Immunization Service works to stop diseases before they start by promoting vaccination of all Oklahomans through:

  • Support of schools and childcare facilities in enforcement of the immunization laws
  • Operation of the Vaccines for Children Program in Oklahoma
  • Providing vaccines through county health departments
  • Operating and maintaining the Oklahoma State Immunization Information System (OSIIS)
  • Providing immunization information to the public and healthcare professionals
     
     

Immunization Service Contact Information:
Telephone: 1-800-234-6196 or
(405) 271-4073
Fax: (405) 271-6133
E-mail: immunize@health.ok.gov

 


Special Announcements
Children under 10 years of age need 2 doses of H1N1 flu vaccine, separated by a month or 4 weeks.

Influenza vaccine is available from doctors, county health departments, and many other locations. To find a site near you visit the American Lung Association Flu Clinic Locator.

Influenza takes a big toll on young children. Each year in the United States, an average of 20,000 children younger than 5 are hospitalized because of flu-related complications. As many as 1 in 5 children under age 5 may have to see the doctor, visit the ER or other urgent care for treatment for flu. And tragically, around 100 children die from this serious disease each year.


Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where can I get immunizations for my child?
A: Contact your regular doctor. If you don't have a doctor call your local county health department. Information on how to contact your county health department may be found here.


Interesting Facts
Oklahoma now ranks 39th in the nation with 73.6% of children ages 19 months through 2 years of age fully immunized against diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, measles, mumps, rubella, polio, Hib, and hepatitis B.


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